Shimmer and Shine

2015·Show
144Episodes in4Seasons·TV-Y
55
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb5.1Metacritic––Rotten Tomatoes––

Where to watch

Paramount+Hoopla

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Shimmer and Shine fingerprint

Striking style, light on feelings.

Energy

Fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace7
  • Adrenaline5
  • Spectacle5

Heart

Heartwarming and uplifting

Much of it is about family.

  • Wholesome9
  • Hopefulness9
  • Family Dynamics7

Humor

Some situational comedy and slapstick

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy7
  • Physical Comedy5
  • Wit & Wordplay4

World

Fantasy and family

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Direction6
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7
  • Visual Stylization7

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchBinge-FriendlyComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

Twins genies, Shimmer and Shine, grant their human friend Leah three wishes every day - unintentional chaos follows.
Genie AdventuresPreschool EntertainmentMagical WishesFriendship & TeamworkUpbeat MusicColorful AnimationLighthearted FunPositive Role Models

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Shimmer and Shine

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Where can I stream Shimmer and Shine legally?

Paramount+Hoopla

Shimmer and Shine is included with a subscription to Paramount+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Shimmer and Shine worth watching?

55
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 56/100 (IMDb 5.1). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Shimmer and Shine rated?

TV-Y

It's rated TV-Y in the United States.

How many seasons does Shimmer and Shine have?

4 seasons

It has 4 seasons with 144 episodes.

When did Shimmer and Shine air?

It ran from 2015 to 2020 and has ended.

What language is Shimmer and Shine in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States, Germany.

In how many countries can I watch Shimmer and Shine?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Shimmer and Shine in 52 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Shimmer and Shine use?

LeitmotifInstantly Proven WrongImprintingWhole Episode FlashbackHalloween EpisodeCue the RainAwkwardly Placed Bathtub"Rashomon"-StyleMeaningful NameBottle EpisodeRoyals Who Actually Do SomethingMinimalist Castand 87 more

TV Tropes lists 99 storytelling tropes for Shimmer and Shine, including Leitmotif, Instantly Proven Wrong, Imprinting.

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